HB 1243 Summary

• Amends IC 4-7-1-18 to allow recipients of the federal Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program who participate in Indiana's IMPACT (Indiana Manpower and Comprehensive Training) program to request payment by warrant instead of direct deposit by electronic funds transfer.

• Applies specifically to TANF recipients seeking reimbursement for employment-related expenses necessary to maintain TANF eligibility.

• Requires the auditor of state to honor warrant payment requests from eligible recipients.

• Effective upon passage, with an emergency declaration included in the bill.